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2008 Jeep Commander 4X4 Exterior lighting Problems

Complaints
2about this part
Share
2%of 111 total for the year
Median mileage
73,010miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2008 Jeep Commander 4X4, 2% of the 111 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 73,010 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“On july 21, 2010 my blinkers and dash lights were not functioning. I took the vehicle to the dealership for repair. They replaced the multi-function switch and updated the key fobs per a recall notice. $240.32 charge. On august 24th, 2010 I experienced being locked inside of my vehicle in 100 degree heat. I could not open the windows, doors, or sunroof. The A/C did not function and the dash lights were not functioning. At this time they did something to the control module. Under warranty - no charge. …”

NHTSA complaint #10481041, filed 2012-10, 38,019 miles

“1/15 started and drove truck for 20 min. Shut off for 30 min when restarted headlights wipers wiper fluid blinkers cruise control hazards horn dash lights ect would not work. Was forced to drive home in snow storm stopping to wipe windshield with hand.”

NHTSA complaint #10670599, filed 2015-01, 108,000 miles

Exterior lighting: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
200822%
200741%

Other parts of the 2008 Jeep Commander 4X4

Electrical system
68 complaintsEngine
23 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
14 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
12 complaintsAir bags
9 complaintsEngine cooling
5 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsOther or unknown
4 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2008 Jeep Commander 4X4

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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